Books by Lela Nargi

4 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Mysteries of the Universe series, Lela Nargi writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, joy & gratitude, science experiments.

Series

Mysteries of the Universe
Mysteries of the Constellations
Mysteries of the Universe
2 books · Ages 6–10

Standalone Books

Cover of Karl's New Beak: 3-D Printing Builds a Bird a Better Life
Karl's New Beak: 3-D Printing Builds a Bird a Better Life
Lela Nargi
Karl, an Abyssinian ground hornbill, faced a challenge with a broken lower beak. His dedicated zookeepers and Smithsonia
Ages 4–11
Cover of Honeybee Man, The
Honeybee Man, The
Lela Nargi
For the child curious about the secret life of the city, this gentle story follows a rooftop beekeeper as he nurtures na
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
4 books
Karl's New Beak: 3-D Printing Builds a Bird a Better Life
Mysteries of the Universe
Mysteries of the Constellations
Ages 8–11
4 books
Karl's New Beak: 3-D Printing Builds a Bird a Better Life
Mysteries of the Universe
Mysteries of the Constellations

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderJoy & GratitudeScience ExperimentsNature & OutdoorsEmpathy & KindnessSpaceResilience & PerseveranceTeamwork & Collaboration

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